Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Introduction

Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual / Opening and closing / Doors / Introduction

This chapter contains information on the following subjects:

→ Warning lamp

→ Childproof lock

Additional information and warnings:

Exterior views

Vehicle key set

Central locking system

Manual opening and closing

WARNING

Any door that is not properly closed could open suddenly while the vehicle is in motion. This could lead to severe injuries.

Stop as soon as possible and close the door.

Ensure that the door is properly closed and that the lock has engaged. The closed door must be flush with the surrounding body panels.

Doors should only be opened or closed when you are sure that nobody is in their path.

WARNING

Any door being held open by the door arrester could close unexpectedly in strong winds or if the vehicle is on a slope. This could lead to injuries.

Always keep a good grip on the handle when opening and closing doors.

Warning lamp

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings Lit up Possible cause Solution At least one vehicle door is opened or not ...

Other materials:

Secondary Lock
The secondary lock is a housing securing mechanism (second locking mechanism) that secures all wires in one contact housing. If a secondary lock is installed at a contact housing, it must always be opened or removed using specified tool before releasing ...

Checklist
The following steps should always be carried out in the specified order before working in the engine compartment : Park the vehicle on a level and stable surface. Depress and hold the brake pedal until the engine has stopped. Apply the handbrake firmly Braking, stopping and p ...

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects: → Warning lamp → Frontal collisions and the laws of physics → What happens to vehicle occupants who have not fastened their seat belts → Seat belt protection → Using seat belts → ...